🍕 Phuket’s Best Pizza, Kiteboarding & Sunset Magic – This Week’s Highlights! 🌅

Hey There, Phuket Explorers! 🌴☀️

Your weekly roundup of Phuket’s hottest happenings is here! 🎉 From exciting events to pizza hunters and kiteboarding, we’ve got everything you need to make the most of paradise.

This week’s must-reads:

🍕 The Ultimate Phuket Pizza Hunt – Who serves the best slice on the island? We’ve got the answers!
📰 Headlines – Stay updated with the latest Phuket news.
🏄‍♂️ Learn Kiteboarding in Phuket – Ride the wind and waves with this thrilling sport!
🌅 Sunset Events in Phuket – Live music, beachside feasts, and golden-hour magic await.

Let’s dive in! 🚀

STORY THIS WEEK

The Ultimate Phuket Pizza Hunt

Let’s be honest. Finding good pizza outside of Italy or New York? Risky business.

Soggy crusts. Cheap cheese. Weird toppings no one asked for.

But here’s the thing—Phuket is different.

This island’s pizza scene is stacked. From classic Neapolitan wood-fired perfection to wild fusion flavors (ever tried Penang curry pizza?), we went all in to find the best spots.

We grilled pizzeria owners. Surveyed over 100 expats. Ate way too much pizza!😉

🔥 What We Found:

• Patong is king – It’s got everything from massive NY slices to fancy rooftop pizzas with ocean views.

• Rawai? Underrated. Expats swear by some hidden gems there.

• Late-night cravings? We got spots open till 2 AM.

• Wildest order ever? Someone actually asked for banana, garlic, and onion pizza (we wish this was a joke).

🍕 Need a recommendation?

• Best for Authentic Italian? → Pizzeria Da Moreno

• Most creative? → Phuket Pizza (Cheeseburger Pizza? Yep.)

• Biggest slice? → Goodfellas Pizzeria (22-inch monsters)

• Best beachfront? → Pine Beach Bar (Truffle pizza + sunset = win)

🚀 Ready to find your next favorite slice?
👉 Read the full guide here: The Phuket Pizza Hunt

HEADLINES

How to create a “White Lotus” experience in Thailand

While backpackers and shoestring travelers continue to explore the world with guidebooks in hand (or e-books on devices; it’s 2025, after all), there’s a luxurious realm of travel that never fails to fascinate. The new (third) season of The White Lotus, which is set at an opulent resort on the Thai island of Ko Samui, has escalated such curiosity globally. Continue reading..

Royal Phuket Marina: The Continued Gold Standard in Eco-Luxury Investment, Tourism and Sustainability

Royal Phuket Marina (RPM) continues to uphold its prestigious legacy, marking another golden milestone as the premier, world-class lifestyle and sustainable travel destination, aligning with Phuket's booming tourism and investment industry. RPM seamlessly blends luxury waterfront living with a state-of-the-art marina and has remained the indisputable leader in the industry for nearly two decades. Continue reading..

Phuket Eyes B500bn in Revenue for 2025

Phuket expects to achieve 500 billion baht in tourism revenue this year, said Sophon Suwannarat, the island's provincial governor.

He added that the resort island's tourism revenue was deemed successful last year. According to the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT), at least 13.14 million tourists visited, generating a minimum of 497 billion baht in revenue. Continue reading..

BUSINESS HIGHLIGHT

KiteZone Phuket 🏄‍♂️🌬️

Ever watched people kiteboarding and thought, "Wow! That looks insane, but NO way I could do it."

Yeah, same.

It looks tough. Like, how do you even start? Do you need crazy upper body strength? What if you faceplant hard in the water?

That’s where KiteZone Phuket changes the game.

Why This Place?

This isn’t some random kite school with a few old boards and an instructor who barely speaks English.

KiteZone is the real deal.

✅ Pro instructors – They actually teach, not just hand you a kite and wish you luck.
✅ Perfect conditions – Shallow, flat water (so you’re not battling waves while learning).
✅ Top gear – No worn-out kites from 2015. They use proper, up-to-date equipment.

"But I’ve Never Done This Before…"

That’s exactly why you should start here.

They break everything down so you don’t get overwhelmed.

Day 1? You’re not even on a board yet—just learning to control the kite. By the time you’re in the water, it’s way easier than you expected.

Who’s It For?

• Total beginners – Never touched a kite before? Perfect.

• Intermediate riders – Want to level up? They’ll fix bad habits fast.

• Adrenaline junkies – If you’re tired of the same old beach days, this is for you.

The Spot? One of Phuket’s Best

They’re based in Friendship Beach, Rawai—shallow, warm waters, steady winds, and no scary waves. Perfect conditions to learn without getting wrecked.

Ready to Send It?

Check out KiteZone Phuket and book a session. You’ll wish you tried it sooner.

👉 Visit KiteZone Phuket

UPCOMING EVENTS

🌅 Sunset Events in Phuket

As the sun dips below the horizon, Phuket comes alive with vibrant beachfront experiences. From soulful live music to sizzling gourmet feasts and electrifying performances, these sunset events offer the perfect way to unwind and soak in paradise. Here’s what’s happening this week!

Eric Canham Live at Reflections

🎶 Enjoy the soulful sounds of South African singer Eric Canham, performing live every Friday – Sunday. Sunset, cocktails & live music await!

🗓 Date: Now until March 15, 2025
⏰ Time: 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM
📍 Location: The Nai Harn Phuket, Rawai
🎟 Price: Free Entry
📞 +66 (0)76 380 200
📧 [email protected]

Surf & Turf at Rim Talay

🥩 From the ocean to the grill, indulge in a Surf & Turf feast with stunning Patong Bay views.

🗓 Date: Every Friday
⏰ Time: 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
📍 Location: Amari Phuket, Patong Beach
🎟 Price: THB 890++ per person
📞 +66 (0)76 340 106
📧 [email protected]

The Sunset Wine & Grill

🍷 Savor fine French wines paired with fresh Andaman seafood & premium grilled meats, all with live music under the golden sunset.

🗓 Date: February 28
⏰ Time: 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
📍 Location: COAST Beach Club & Bistro, Centara Grand Beach Resort, Karon Beach
🎟 Price: THB 1,588++ per person
📞 +66 (0)76 201 234
📧 [email protected]

Manora at Nora Beach Club

🔥 An electrifying evening of fire shows, captivating performances, and international DJs, all set in a stunning beachside ambiance.

🗓 Date: Every Saturday
⏰ Time: From 5:00 PM
📍 Location: Nora Beach Club, Bang Tao Beach
📞 +66 (0)61 653 2232
📧 [email protected]

That ends this week’s edition!

Keep the throttle rolling, Phuket fans! As always, we're here for any questions or stories you want to share. Catch you on the flip side!

Cheers,

The Phuket Community Team